Discover the art of sculpting wood into breathtaking mosaic masterpieces with Meleah Gabhart, a leading wood artist celebrated for her intricate, nature-inspired designs. Making Magnificent Wood Art introduces you to wood mosaics and the process of making them. Meleah guides you through all the necessary steps to build your skills and gain confidence in your abilities. The comprehensive chapters cover the essentials, from tools and materials to pattern creation, wood selection, techniques for making a backer board and sculpting the wood, and four practice projects. Meleah then takes you on her journey as a wood artist, featuring a stunning gallery of her greatest creations. She not only encourages you to dive in no matter your experience level, but also urges you to follow your creative intuition when bringing your vision to life. Let each sketch, cut, and composition move you closer to creating your own magnificent piece of wood art! Inside, you'll find: 5 comprehensive chapters covering everything you need for success. A visual guide to the wood recommended for making mosaics.

4 mosaic practice projects with step-by-step instructions, including a floral mandala, a rose, a carved canopy tree, and yellow wood trees. A stunning gallery of Meleah's wood art and her inspiring backstory with woodworking.